CarRecallWatchThe 2009 Ford Fusion has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1,023 complaints with NHTSA, including 65 crashes, 5 fires, 40 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (473 reports).
2009 Ford Fusion recalls
Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Shards
The driver's side front airbag inflator in these vehicles can rupture.
Front Air Bag Inflator Can Explode and Send Metal Fragments
Some front air bag inflators used as replacement service parts may rupture when the air bag deploys.
Brake Valves May Fail to Close, Increasing Stopping Distance
The anti-lock brake system's hydraulic control unit valves can react with brake fluids that contain certain corrosion-preventive additives.
Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can degrade over time after long-term exposure to high humidity, heat and temperature cycling.
Passenger air bag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments at occupants
The passenger frontal air bag inflator in these vehicles can rupture in a crash that deploys the air bag.
Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator can rupture in a crash that deploys the front airbags.
Most common 2009 Ford Fusion problems
Problem areas named in the 1,023 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 473 |
| Air Bags | 359 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 61 |
| Structure | 43 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 33 |
| Engine | 30 |
| Unknown Or Other | 24 |
| Electrical System | 23 |
| Power Train | 20 |
| Steering | 16 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2009 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH and coming to a complete stop at a traffic light, the brake pedal was depressed but traveled down to the floorboard. The contact shifted into neutral(N) and continued to pump the brake pedal until the vehicle responded. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V904000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The brake calipers and the brake master cylinder were replaced, and the ABS module was cleaned; however, the failure persisted, and the contact was advised to retrieve the vehicle. The contact believed that the ABS module replacement was required to repair the vehicle, but the d
Dear NHTSA, The braking system failed which was covered by Ford Safety Recall 19S54 with NHTSA campaign #19V904000 at 37,750 miles. After research and finding the label of the ABS Hydraulic Control Unit still on the vehicle, being manufactured 07/12/2008, picture attached, it turned out to be the original HCU, whose failures were the reason for the Safety Recall. A Ford dealer had performed software evaluation of the ABS HCU and determined replacement of unit not necessary. This was done on 4/14/2021 at 17,606 miles along with break fluid change to DOT4 and reservoir cap change. Unfortunately my wife just went through a four-way stop intersection when the break pedal went to the end o
my brakes had went out while i was driving home from work
The contact owns a 2009 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for brake repairs, and after the repairs, the brake pedal felt spongy. The independent mechanic performed further inspections and diagnosed the vehicle with insufficient brake pressure due to a failure of the ABS hydraulic control unit. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V904000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the VIN was not included. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.
The contact owns a 2009 Ford Fusion. The vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V904000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic), but the failure occurred. When the vehicle was retrieved from the dealer, the contact was informed that the vehicle had passed an inspection. The brake pedal was depressed approximately seventy percent down for the brakes to engage. The contact stated that the brake pedal was soft while depressed. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, but it was unknown if the vehicle was diagnosed. The contact was informed that the rear calipers needed to be inspected. However, the contact was unsure if the rear calipers were inspected. The
2009 Ford Fusion questions
Does the 2009 Ford Fusion have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2009 Ford Fusion: Driver Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Shards; Front Air Bag Inflator Can Explode and Send Metal Fragments; Brake Valves May Fail to Close, Increasing Stopping Distance; Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments; Passenger air bag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments at occupants. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Ford Fusion?
Based on 1,023 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (473), Air Bags (359), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (61).
How do I check if a recall on my 2009 Ford Fusion has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.